INSOL Talks

INSOL Talks offers a unique opportunity to listen to and to learn from leading insolvency and restructuring law scholars and practitioners from around the world. Each episode explores the stories, tools and methods of today’s top thinkers. Eager to become better in what you do? Tune in! INSOL Talks is presented by INSOL International. The interviews are conducted by members of the INSOL ERA sub-committee. INSOL ERA (Early Research Academics) brings together postgraduate students and early career researchers interested in insolvency law. Episodes are recorded via zoom.

Ep. 60 - Insolvency & Restructuring Perspectives: Women in Academia

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Gant, University of Derby, UK; Dr. Sulette Lombard, University of South Australia; and Prof. Dr. Rosa Maria Rojas Vertiz, ITAM, Mexico, discuss the challenges they faced, and still face as women in academia in the field of insolvency and restructuring. They give insight into overcoming obstacles unique to academia, alongside strategies for success for academic and professional growth and advancing in the field.This episode originally aired as part of the INSOL ER...

11-20
47:22

Ep. 59 - Reinventing Insolvency Law in Emerging Economies

Insolvency law plays a crucial role in the economy, facilitating the rescue of economically viable enterprises while promoting the value-preserving liquidation of non-viable firms. In his recent book titled ‘Reinventing Insolvency Law in Emerging Economies’ (CUP 2024), Professor Aurelio Gurrea-Martínez, Singapore Management University, observes that many emerging markets and developing economies lack efficient insolvency frameworks. He argues that “the failure of insolvency law in many emergi...

11-06
53:46

Ep. 58 - An Introduction to Cross-border Insolvency Protocols

In this episode ERA's Chair, Ilya Kokorin, Leiden University, The Netherlands, takes us back to basics to discuss cross-border insolvency protocols; their Nature, Legal Basis, Benefits & Limitations.Mentioned in this podcast:Cross-Border Protocols in Insolvencies of Multinational Enterprise Groups, Ilya Kokorin & Bob WesselsDatabase of Insolvency ProtocolsJoin the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow Ilya on LinkedInIntervie...

10-23
41:08

Ep. 57 - Insolvency Law in Latin America: Argentina, Chile, and Mexico

In this episode, Carlota Palazzo, Capdevila & Palazzo Abogados, Argentina; Hugo Sánchez Ramírez, Superintendente de Chile and Luis Palomino, Palomino, Flores, Hernandez Abogados, Mexico discuss the Insolvency Laws in their respective countries, and where they could be improved.This episode was recorded on 13 September 2024.Join the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow on LinkedIn: Carlota, Hugo & LuisInterviewer: Shuai Guo, ...

10-09
01:16:36

Ep. 56 - Airline Restructuring in Latin America

Daniel Carnio Costa from Brazil, Susana Hidvegi Arango of HB Legal in Colombia, and Juan L. Goldenberg Serrano from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile discuss Airline Restructurings in Latin America, using examples of Avianca, LATAM Airlines, and Go First Airline. They also explore the options of restructuring in Latin America versus filing for Chapter 11 in the USA.Join the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow on LinkedIn: Ju...

09-25
47:08

Ep. 55 - US Supreme Court in Purdue Pharma and the fate of third-party releases in the United States

Prof. Antony Casey, University of Chicago and Prof. Ralph Brubaker, University of Illinois, USA, discuss the ground-breaking ruling of the U.S. Supreme Court in Harrington v. Purdue Pharma L.P. This ruling addresses the issue of non-consensual third-party releases in Chapter 11 plans of reorganisation. Prof. Casey and Prof. Brubaker discuss their conflicting opinions on this ruling, and the future of consensual and non-consensual third-party releases in the United States.Join the conversation...

09-11
53:46

Ep. 54 - Scottish Insolvency Law

In this episode, Alisdair MacPherson and Donna McKenzie-Skene, University of Aberdeen, Scotland, discuss the intricacies of insolvency law in Scotland, including where it draws on UK law, and where it differs. Join the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow on LinkedIn: Donna & AlisdairInterviewer: Charles Mak, Robert Gordon University, ScotlandIntroduction and credits voiced by Lisa McNeil, INSOL InternationalEdited and produced ...

06-26
40:09

Ep. 53 - Insolvency & Restructuring Perspectives: Women in Leadership

In this episode, Kathlene Burke, Maples, Ireland, and Mylène Boché-Robinet, Boché Dobelle Advocats, France, draw from their extensive experience and achievements to offer insights into navigating the complexities of the male-dominated industry, alongside strategies for success and practical advice on overcoming challenges faced by women professionals in advancing their careers.Kathlene is the IWIRC Europe Chair, and Mylène is the Chair of Women in Restructuring (France) This episode original...

06-12
45:17

Ep. 52 - Asset Recovery in Insolvency

In this episode, Aidan Larkin, Asset Reality, gives an overview of asset recovery, asset tracing and seized asset management. He discusses how he came into the world of asset recovery and how asset recovery can be used in cross-border insolvency cases. He also talks about the impact international co-operation and treaties such as the recent UNIDROIT interactions have had on digital or civil asset tracing and recovery.Make sure you listen to Aidan's podcast "Seize & Desist" Mentioned in th...

05-29
50:01

Ep. 51 - Director’s Duties and Empirical Legal Research in Insolvency Law

In this episode, Jessie Pool, Leiden University, The Netherlands, and Georg Wabl, Binder Grösswang, Austria, discuss their findings of empirical research regarding directors duties in insolvency law. They compare the laws of Austria and The Netherlands. Join the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow on LinkedIn: Jessie & GeorgInterviewers: Ilya Kokorin, Leiden University, The Netherlands & Defne Taşman, University of Antwerp,...

05-15
45:49

Ep. 50 - Publishing in Academic Journals: Views from the Editorial Board

In this episode, Sarah Paterson, London School of Economics; Virginia Torrie, University of Saskatchewan; and Kieran Tranter, Queensland University of Technology, give their perspectives and advice on submitting papers to Academic Journals. Our panellists are members of editorial boards of leading law journals. This episode seeks to demystify the often opaque process of scholarly publishing, providing listeners with practical strategies for enhancing the likelihood of their work being a...

05-02
01:08:43

Ep. 49 - A review of insolvency law in Australia: Insights from Professor Jason Harris

In this episode, Beth Streten talks to Jason Harris, University of Sydney, about the report published by the Parliamentary Joint Committee in Australia, which provides an overview of the current insolvency procedures in Australia, and how they can be improved. View the full report: www.aph.gov.au/parliamentary_business/committees/joint/corporations_and_financial_servicesJoin the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow Jason on LinkedIn...

04-17
44:42

Ep. 48 - Climate-change induced bankruptcies and corporate rescues

In this episode, Ilya Kokorin talks to Alperen Gözlügöl, London School of Economics, UK about his recent paper "Climate Risk and Corporate Rescues". Climate change is a topic rarely looked at through the lens of corporate failures or corporate rescue, but climate change poses risks to economies worldwide, including climate change related damages and mass failures of business enterprises. This interview asks questions such as; What is climate risk? How can climate risk affect businesses?...

03-27
39:02

Ep. 47 - Insolvency in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates

In this episode, Shuai Guo talks to Sarah Gonem, Z & Co, Saudi Arabia, and Haroon Ahmed, Deloitte, UAE about the insolvency regimes in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.Join the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow us on LinkedIn: Sarah & HaroonInterviewer: Shuai Guo, China University of Political Science and Law, ChinaIntroduction and credits voiced by Lisa McNeil, INSOL InternationalEdited and produced by Harriet N...

03-20
28:42

Ep. 46 - Insolvency and the Environment

In this episode, Shuai Guo talks to Eugenio Vaccari, Royal Holloway, University of London, UK; Jonatan Schytzer, Uppsala University, Sweden; and Keith MacMaster, Dalhousie University, Canada.Our guests discuss Insolvency and the Environment, where environmental laws are in conflict or lack compatibility with insolvency regimes. They discuss examples including mines in Sweden, and a pulp mill next to First Nation land in Nova Scotia. Eugenio also discusses an ongoing project he is heading for ...

03-06
32:21

Ep. 45 - Cross-border Bank Resolution

In our latest podcast, Ilya Kokorin talks to Irit Mevorach, University of Warwick, UK, and Stephan Madaus, Martin Luther University Halle Wittenberg, Germany, about bank insolvencies, with reference to recent bank failures in 2023 such as Silicon Valley Bank and the rescue of Credit Suisse. Irit and Stephan also talk about the book they recently published, "Financial Institutions in Distress: Recovery, resolution and recognition", in which they suggest a specific model law banks and financial...

02-21
01:00:07

Ep. 44 - Reciprocity and Model Law Adoption

In this episode, Andre Boraine, University of Pretoria, South Africa, talks about the problems caused by reciprocity and reciprocal agreements when adopting the UNCITRAL Model Law, especially within the context of African countries.Join the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow us on LinkedIn: AndreInterviewer: Ishana Tripathi, OP Jindal Global University, IndiaIntroduction and credits voiced by Lisa McNeil, INSOL InternationalEdited...

02-07
39:34

Ep. 43 - Towards a New Approach for the Choice of Insolvency Forum

In this episode, Aurelio Gurrea Martinez, Singapore Management University, Anthony J. Casey, University of Chicago, and Robert K. Rasmussen, University of Southern California, discuss their letter to UNCITRAL and a new approach to the choice of insolvency forum.Papers mentioned in this podcast:A Commitment Rule for Insolvency Forum, A. Gurrea Martinez; A Casey; R. RasmussenJoin the conversation on Twitter or LinkedIn using #INSOLTalksFollow INSOL ERA on Twitter @ERA_insolFollow us on Twitter:...

01-24
52:19

Ep. 42 - Spotlight on Insolvency Law and Governance in Africa

In this episode, Bolanle Adebola, University of Reading, UK and Hamiisi Junior Nsubuga, City, University of London, UK, talk about the development of commercial law in Africa. Publications mentioned in this episode:Bolanle Adebola:Diversifying Rescue: Corporate Rescue and the Models of Receivership Transforming Perceptions: The Development of Pre-pack Regulations in England and Wales The Case for Mandatory Referrals to the Pre-pack PoolProposed Feasibility Oversight for Pre-pack Administratio...

01-10
52:47

Get to know INSOL ERA - Part 2

In these special episodes, INSOL ERA's current and past members reflect on the Sub-Committee's work since its inception in 2019.In this episode, incoming Chair Ilya Kokorin, Leiden University, The Netherlands is joined by Reghard Brits, Stellenbosch University, South Africa; and Jen Gant, University of Derby, UK.Credits voiced by Lisa McNeil, INSOL InternationalEdited and produced by Harriet Norman, INSOL InternationalMusic by jorikbasov from Pixabay

07-26
34:10

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